An incredible SUPERB GEM 1863 $3! Among the absolutely FINEST KNOWN of this lower mintage year, this coin is SUPER HIGH END quality. Only 5,000 were struck, of which perhaps 15 survive in GEM or finer grades. We really think PCGS was harsh when they graded this coin. For sure it has all the bells and whistles you want for one of the top grades. This coin is a true Civil War delicacy! Amazing surfaces are as clean and smooth as you could ever dream about. You can see some light die clashing as well as light striations-both Mint made. We used a strong glass and looked around and saw no imperfections. There are faint traces of semi prooflike mirrors that can be seen when you twirl the coin. A full blazing luster beams from all over. Both sides enjoy a phenomenal and totally original mix of swirling reddish gold over bright orange/yellow gold. Miss Liberty and the details are frosted and well struck. The eye appeal is awesome! PCGS 5, NGC 3, CAC 1. This is the only MS66+. We had the honor of selling this immaculate beauty in our October 2019 sale of the Coronet Gold Collection, where it realized $64,625. The current Collectors Universe value is listed at $67,500. Keep in mind that just four have ever graded finer, including an MS67 that sold in January 2014 for $211,500! Civil War collectors take note of this simply AMAZING 1863 $3! It will see a bidding battle break out! Good luck. Cert. Number 26371888 PCGS # 7984.00